Thesis - GMOs are ethically immoral and cause a threat to human growth in a variety of different ways.

Genetic modification (GM) is the process by which DNA make up is perfected and altered. This procedure is completed by combining genes from other organisms. It may even involve the combining of plant genes with animal genes. The results of this process are also known as GMOs, genetically modified organisms. In recent discovery, geneticists have learned to genetically modify many products of our daily life such as medicines, foods, and vaccines. Many would say that it is immoral and wrong. These products are hidden with no label and have never been approved by any government agencies. During my research, I have read about several tests and studies that suggest potential for various harmful side effects. GMOs are ethically immoral and cause a threat to human growth in a variety of different ways.

Many nations believe that producing GM product will improve the world's economics. They believe GMOs can improve the agricultural economy by increasing quantities and decreasing growing time. Also, GM foods are said to be disease resistant. This is possible because the food is modified to resist the poisons of herbicides and pesticides. Some plants have pesticide and herbicide fluid genetically added to protect them, allowing farmers to save billions of dollars by to reducing the money spent on pesticides and herbicides. Will GMOs feed the world and make many people rich? Are GMOs a panacea?

You may all be wondering why GM products are a problem. Why would we remove GM products when they could help us so much? The reason why GM products should be eliminated is simply because every benefit creates a greater problem in the long run. I would like to begin with some discussion about moral principles. When scientists or geneticists begin changing the genetic make up and add chemicals and substances that could not other wise be incorporated naturally,...

...GMOS
“If an individual who has a known allergy to peanuts unsuspectingly consumed a genetically modified organism that contained the allergenic protein from the peanut, conceivably the individual would experience an allergic reaction” ("Ohio State University”). It is startling to know that in today’s society someone who is allergic to something like peanuts cannot eat many foods that have been grown around peanuts or that have been processed in the same place where peanuts have been. This means that farmers have to take extra caution of what they plant around peanuts. Also, all these products that have been grown or processed around peanuts have to be labeled for the consumer to know that they were processed or grown around peanuts. Genetically modified organisms are an expensive technology that some farmers cannot afford and they have the potential to cause human health impacts, yet with consumer education, and awareness and scientific research, more can be learned about the safety of GMOs.
In today’s economy, small farms are beat out and bankrupt because of genetically modified organisms that the larger farms are growing. They cannot compete with the larger farms that are backed up with large corporate companies who are in support with GMOs. “Across the world family farms are breaking down, being beat out by large corporate farms” (“GMOs: Friend or Foe?”). When the large corporate farms are backed up by large...

...products, including some “organics” lines of produce. (Gerber, for example, recently came out to say that their organic baby food line still contained modified ingredients.) One year after the scientist’s results were confirmed, they found that the mice and rats that had ingested these genetically modified foods were forming huge tumors all over their bodies. "Scientists found that rats exposed to even the smallest amounts, developed mammary tumors and severe liver and kidney damage as early as four months in males, and seven months for females (Zuke).” For some reason, this drastic exposure led the industry to print this in several different areas of the media; “The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has long opposed the mandatory labeling of GMO foods because it agrees with a scientific consensus that these foods so far bring no new risks to human health or the environment (Paarlberg).” Those animals were sick on a regular basis and the size of their tumors was relative to about half the size of their bodies, split between several different areas like the neck, stomach, and leg. Companies kept this quiet, and hundreds of thousands of people are still completely unaware of the dangers in their food.
One could wonder how these non-organically grown organisms could affect our naturally occurring food, right? Well think back to high school Biology, when pollination was an important topic. Imagine an organic farm, beautifully quiet and full of life,...

...No to GMO
Genetically modified foods are foods or plants that have been modified by researchers and scientists to improve the growth and development process. This idea was first introduced in 1982 and now has become widespread in use, especially in the US. This technology is sometimes referred to as “gene technology” or “genetic engineering” (WHO). All genetically modified foods are produced in a laboratory to “enhance its biological feature” (Godiff). This is not healthy. GM foods have the potential to pose major health risks for humans. The three major issues of concern for human health are allergenicity, gene transfer, and outcrossing. Genetically modified foods also pose risks to the environment, such as the possibility of species extinction (WHO).
These foods are being produced because they seem to be advantageous. They seem to bring promise of lower prices and better quality. The whole purpose of genetically modified food(s) is to improve crop production by resisting unwanted insect damage, viral infections, and tolerating certain herbicides; however, this is not the result of GM foods (WHO). Cost, safety, property rights, and potential environmental danger all must be properly addressed and assessed. But perhaps they are being addressed in all the wrong ways.
One of the biggest overall concerns, aside from human health, is for the environment. First, there is a fear that the GMO’s may “escape” and introduce the engineered genes into wild...

...GMOs
What is a GMO? GMO stands for genetically modified organism. It can be argued that genetically modified organisms have been around as long as humans were using agriculture as a food source. By definition, an organism that has been changed genetically by any source that does not occur naturally is a GMO. Any farmer could cross two plants to create a more beneficial crop. Since their creation, GMOs have been used for scientific research and midicinal purposes.
In 1953, the discovery of how DNA works made altering genes possible. Without this discovery, altering genes would be left to mostly trial and error. In 1973, the process of genetic engineering was invented by Herbert Boyer and Stanley Cohen. In 1982, GMOs were approved by the Food and Drug Administration for use in pharmaceuticals. Before they could be introduced to consumers, GMOs underwent testing to find out if the resulting crops were safe for consumption. It wasn’t until the 90s that the USDA approved their first crop for commercial use, a tomato that was altered to stay firm longer.
Today, agriculture is being genetically modified to increase the yield of crops, reduce costs, to enhance nutrients, and to increase resistance to insects and disease. Plants are able to mature faster, protect themselves against drought, frost, and other environmental hazards, which enables them to grow in climates which other...

...Modified Organisms (GMOs) are one of the most controversial, but important issues in the world. GMOs are organisms where the genetic material has been changed for improving the product quality and producing it faster. GMOs are resistant to disease, they can help humans suffering from famine, and produce more crops.It is not a secret that GMO-ed foods have spread out quickly to the whole world. If the generation of GMOs cannot be stopped, we should know why it is harmful to our health and how we can prevent it.GMOs can cause huge health risks, enormous destruction of the environment,and many are now resistant to pesticides. Finally, to prevent GMOs, they should be labeled and people should recognize how dangerous GMOs are for us.
First of all, GMOs will not be ensured food security unlike proven organic foods which has been eaten for most of human existence.Regardless of the dangers, the foods have still been on our table without authorization. No one can assure that GMOs’ side effects won’t be long-term and continuous. Proving safety is impossible with the current technology we have.Dr. Schubert, a scientific expert says, “If there are problems, we will probably never know because the cause will not be traceable and many diseases take a very long time to develop.” We really will never know the long term effects GMOS...

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GENETICALLY ENGINEERED CROPS 2
Abstract
Currently a massive debate has formed over the use and labeling of genetically modified crops. These crops have had their genes altered to allow them to fend off insects, weeds, draught, and become more nutritious. The debate has exploded in California, the largest agricultural state that will set precedence with its decision for the future of the union. No scientific evidence has been found that GM crops are unsafe for human life or the environment but still persistence presses on.
GENETICALLY ENGINEERED CROPS 3
Genetically Engineered Crops: It’s Best for the Environment
Genetically Modified crops have become a pressing health and environmental concern in the past twenty years that has sparked debates on the use and labeling of such crops. GM crops are staple crops such as corn, cotton, wheat, etc. that have had their genes scientifically altered to “turn on” genes already found in the crops. These “turned on” genes allow the GM crops to resists draught, fight off insects, reduce the need for pesticides, or possibly transcribe vaccines into the crops. The debate over GM crops being used and labeled in our grocery stores as...

...illnesses jumped from 7% to 13% in just 9 years; food allergies skyrocketed, and disorders such as autism, reproductive disorders, digestive problems, and others are on the rise.” (Institute of Responsible Technology) It’s not for sure that all of the disorders listed will happen. That’s where the fear of the unknown comes in
Many people are against Genetically modified foods because of the unknown long term effects and environmental effects. There were concerns about how GMO’s can affect other animals. “ GMOs may be toxic to non-target organisms, bees and butterflies being the most talked-about examples currently. Bees are hugely important in the pollination of many food crops.” (Emily Glass) If this true, this can be the biggest reason why GMO’s should be banned. Another reason how it could affect the environment is by making it a monoculture in our ecosystem. “When GM crops are planted, generally in a monocrop fashion, many heritage seeds are no longer used. The nature of GMOs means fewer weed flowers and, therefore, less nectar for pollinators. “ (Emily Glass.) Having a monoculture can result in quicker spread of diseases and can cause an economic disaster. They’re many possible consequences of genetically modifying foods but most of the possible consequences are predictions or theories.
Some activists say that GMO’s can be very beneficial to society and to the world. People are calling it the future of food because since we can modify...